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… today key initiatives of its Strategic Plan 2.0, a roadmap for the organization's success over the next five years. … companies how the law department delivers value, and ACC is in a position to provide the support and resources they … the ACC FY2018-2022 Strategic Plan is available at www.acc.com/mission . About ACC: The Association of Corporate Counsel …
… Officer at CHETWODE, explained: "The aim of the awards is simple — to find and recognise the best in-house lawyers … communication skills, commercial awareness, flair for both leadership and innovation. In essence, it is the … for in-house counsel.® For more information, visit www.acc.com and follow the ACC on Twitter: @ACCinhouse. About ILO …
… excelling in their chosen fields. "The aim of the awards is simple – to find and recognise the best in-house lawyers … Leite, Tosto e Barros; Lex Mundi and Stocche Forbes. For more information and a complete list of winners, visit www.latinamericancounselawards.com About the ACC : The ACC is a global legal association …
Articles
Elizabeth Rancourt-Smith, Director, Legal Operations, Tilson
10/18/2023
1 pages

Legal Operations professionals know that a significant key to their success is rooted in stakeholder buy-in. Conference after conference, seminar after seminar, we speak *around* what it means to be in-house legal connected to the broader enterprise. We avoid topical change management and stakeholder engagement but never truly get to the underlying subject that takes this from influencer jargon theory to actionable tactics. We cannot all rely solely on our dynamic personalities and winning smiles to woo our coworkers: How do we turn the abstract of interpersonal influence into a real, functional relationship that benefits all involved? Read this article to find out.

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Interest Area: Law Department Management
Region: Global
Audience: Mid-Career, New to In-House, Legal Operations, Small Law Departments, Large Law Departments
… Operations in Building Strong, Actionable Relationships for Change Management Author Elizabeth Rancourt-Smith, … professionals know that a significant key to their success is rooted in stakeholder buy-in. Conference after conference, seminar after seminar, …
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Latham & Watkins LLP
02/02/2023
6 pages

In 2023, investors, customers, regulators, and other key stakeholders are expected to continue to demand corporate responsiveness on ESG issues. However, how these stakeholders expect organizations to respond on ESG issues is becoming increasingly more nuanced and complex. In this complicated macro, economic, political and legal context, this fourth annual installment of Latham's "ESG top 10 list" highlights the ESG developments in trends that are likely to emerge in 2023.

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Region: United States
Audience: Mid-Career, New to In-House, Small Law Departments, Large Law Departments
… Articles ESG: 10 Things That Should Be Top of Mind in 2023 Author Latham & Watkins LLP February 1, 2023 6 pages … stakeholders expect organizations to respond on ESG issues is becoming increasingly more nuanced and complex. In this … and Governance Region: United States Audience: Mid-Career, New to In-House, Small Law Departments, Large Law Departments …
Articles
John K. Villa, Williams & Connolly LLP, Washington, D.C.
10/24/2011

This article contains specific cases and summaries of the actions against in-house counsel in recent years.

… and thank Anne M. Foley, my research assistant, for her assistance. TABLE OF CONTENTS SEC ENFORCEMENT … (E.D. Pa., filed June 2, 2011) ................20 1 It is essential to recognize that in most instances, the … involving the shares of a profitless company. On its website, the company listed the defendant attorney as its …
… measures and policies such as banning natural gas hookups in new buildings or the sale of new gasoline-powered vehicles … such decarbonization measures as an important factor in elevating a company's environmental, social, and …
… LLP; Williams & Connolly LLP; and Winston & Strawn LLP. For more information and a complete list of winners, visit www.GlobalCounselAwards.com . About the ACC The ACC is a global legal association that promotes the common …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 12/21/2020
Here are the top seven take aways from the chief legal officers roundtable discussion at the 2019 Association of Corporate Counsel Asia- Pacific Annual Meeting 11 April 2019.
… Docket Article Asian Briefings: The Chief Legal Officer in Asia Association of Corporate Counsel Publication Date: … during challenging economic conditions, the temptation is for management to push boundaries. However, staff will always …
… with 53% saying they would stop engagements.  This is in stark contrast to China, where 29% said they would …   “In-house counsel are continually scanning the horizon for threats to their business, and it’s clear that … leadership. For more information, visit  https://www.acc.com/ and follow ACC on  LinkedIn ,  Twitter , and  Facebook . …
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Nathaniel Lacktman, Melesa A. Freerks, Maria Gonzalez Knavel, C. Frederick Geilfuss II, Nathan Beaver, Alan Einhorn, Foley & Lardner LLP
12/16/2014

This brief resource (Top Ten) is an overview of ten industry challenges that all health care lawyers should be aware of.

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Interest Area: Health Law
Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… LLP December 16, 2014 This brief resource (Top Ten) is an overview of ten industry challenges that all health … system, it may be the most rapidly growing subsector in the industry. Analysts project that by 2017, the mHealth … Securing proper licensure is not the only consideration for a multi-state telemedicine practice, however. Essential …
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Start Date: 02/04/2025 | 6:00 PM
… Events Pathways to Practice: Inspiring Tomorrow’s In-House Lawyers Start Date: 02/04/2025 | 6:00 PM Resource … Association of Corporate Counsel (ACC) Northeast Chapter for a round-table discussion exclusively for New England students. New England Law | Boston is proud to welcome back several alums who will share …
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Practical Law Company
12/01/2014
14 pages

This InfoPAK (now known as ACC Guides) provides a high level overview of the domestic mining sector, its regulatory structure and ownership, the environment and health and safety. It covers foreign ownership and tax issues ans proposals for reform in Chile.

… 20036 USA tel +1 202.293.4103, fax +1 202.293.4701 www.acc.com By in-house counsel, for in-house counsel.® Association … or any of its lawyers, unless so stated. This InfoPAKSM is not intended as a definitive statement on the subject but … by PLC. For more information about PLC, visit their website at http://www.practicallaw.com/ or see the “About the …
Sample Forms, Policies, and Contracts
09/06/2019
8 pages

United States, sample contract

… and conditions of this Agreement by reference. No work is to commence pursuant to any engagement of Services until … that compel commencement of work prior to approval (for example, emergency relief in litigation, danger of … System (UTBMS) task codes. Please visit the following ABA website for the complete code sets: …
Sample Forms, Policies, and Contracts
Association of Corporate Counsel, compiled by Regina Freitas, Senior Manager & Assistant General Counsel
01/19/2023
18 pages

In order to facilitate and expedite engagement with an Independent Contractor, the right questions need to be asked. This document will help determine if the risk of the misclassification and help with the draft of the agreement itself.

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Interest Area: Commercial and Contracts
Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… spent between submission and execution of the contract is reduced, please make sure to follow these instructions … 5.2) Do they have a business card? 5.3) Do they have a website? 5.4) Was this provider a former [ORGANIZATION’S … will be paid to provider. Please provide the total amount for this contract, per [ORGANIZATION’S NAME]’s Contract …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 07/06/2019
By following the strategies in this article, in-house counsel can help reduce their organizations’ exposure to harassment, discrimination, and retaliation claims, while at the same time helping their organizations achieve their business goals.
… Docket Article 5 Strategies for In-house Counsel to Enhance Their Organization’s … really implements their gender equity policies or is just paying “lip service.” Examine policies relating to … mission, and purpose of an enterprise as stated on its website or in printed brochures. Clues about workplace …
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Meritas Law Firms
05/21/2020
32 pages

In this multi-jurisdictional article, in-house counsel will learn the laws and regulations of employee non-compete agreements for Europe, the Middle East and Africa. Meritas produced this resource in 2017.

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Region: Europe, Middle East, Africa, Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Czech Republic, Denmark, Egypt, Finland, France, Germany, Ghana, Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Luxembourg, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Russia, Slovakia, South Africa, Spain, Switzerland, Tunisia, Turkey, United Arab Emirates, United Kingdom
… Referrals Annually 20+ Practice and Sector Groups Meritas is a leading global alliance of closely connected, yet … Agreements Contact Shalakany Law Office www.shalakany.com During the term of employment the employee is not allowed … Agreements NAME Partner T: + E: Contact Company Country website Ghana’s Labour Act 2003 (Act 651) and the Labour …
Articles
02/24/2017

This Wisdom of the Crowd, compiled from questions and responses posted on the Employment & Labor eGroup, addresses whether or not an employer can enforce a non-compete provision against an independent contractor, who was treated largely as an employee. (United States)

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Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… quoted below prior to publishing their eGroup Comments in this Wisdom of the Crowd resource.)   Question: A while … we paid as an independent contractor even though there is a pretty good argument that we treated him like an … Letter to him and the company that he is currently working for. Management's argument is that he was a sales person and …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 10/27/2017
Marie Oh Huber, SVP and general counsel at eBay Inc., loves stretch goals and finding the opportunity in change.
… eBay Inc., loves stretch goals and finding the opportunity in change. Resource Details Interest Area: Skills and … major spinoffs. She believes these opportunities are great for learning new businesses, working with different people, … has learned that effectively leading a team through change is helped by encouraging everyone to bring their “whole …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 10/10/2023
Epiq’s Vice President, eDiscovery and Cyber solutions, Brandon Hollinder provides four steps organizations can take to successfully transition to cloud-based eDiscovery technology. #ACCDocket #inhouse
… ACC Docket … Banner artwork by 32 pixels / Shutterstock.com For organizations making the shift to cloud-based eDiscovery … and scoping The first step in transitioning to the cloud is identifying the stakeholders. eDiscovery's …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 02/01/2016
As long as we continue to learn from one another and move forward, we will not only ensure our own success, but also that of the organizations we serve.
… to make changes and vow to leave the mistakes of last year in the past. While I too embrace the opportunity to begin … with senior management ultimately being held responsible for conveying it throughout the organization; in effect … the executives leading the charge slip up? The Yates Memo is just one of the efforts attempting to establish individual …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 10/01/2016
Outside of this issue of the Docket, which includes best practices on effectively managing a brand migration, leveraging law department metrics strategically, and more, I encourage you to take a look at ACC’s Leading Practices Profiles.
… into common practices and what’s working and not working for legal peers ( www.acc.com/surveys ). I’m also proud of the launch of our global … Initiative through the ACC Foundation. The initiative is off to a wonderful start, having already hosted successful …
… the world (Bermuda, United Kingdom, USA) set the standard for legal innovation for corporate legal departments. … for ACC. “The only constant for law departments today is that they must continuously adapt to an ever-changing … to their clients. For more information, visit www.acc.com/valuechallenge . About ACC:   The Association of …
Articles
Kazuki Okada and Shinsuke Kobayashi, Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer
11/05/2014

What legislation is applicable to insolvencies and reorganisations? What criteria are applied in your country to determine if a debtor is insolvent?

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Source: Resource Library
Region: Japan
… Bruckhaus Deringer November 5, 2014 What legislation is applicable to insolvencies and reorganisations? What … Rachel Nurse subscriptions@gettingthedealthrough.com Head of editorial production Adam Myers Production … The publishers and authors accept no responsibility for any acts or omissions contained herein. Although the …
Peer Practice Examples
Tricia Batson, J.D. and Lillian Moyano Yob, J.D., Legal Consultants for Association of Corporate Counsel
11/29/2017

This Leading Practices Profile (LPP) presents themes, trends and leading practices of general counsel at the helm of six legal departments located in the Asia-Pacific region. The resource explores how the roles of general counsel and in-house counsel in that region have evolved from legal advisors to trusted business partners. It also provides leading practices for the success of legal teams of global organizations located in the Asia-Pacific region.

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Source: Resource Library
Region: Hong Kong, India, Japan, Singapore
… Leading Practices Profiles please visit http://www.acc.com/legalresources/Leadingpracticesprofiles/index.cfm LEADING … of the views of ACC, unless so stated. Further, this LPP is not intended as a definitive statement on the subject; … Profile. For more information about ACC please visit our website at www.acc.com. For more Leading Practices Profiles …
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Practical Law Company
02/06/2017
39 pages

This InfoPAK (now known as ACC Guides) provides a Q&A which gives a high level overview of the key practical issues including the level of activity and recent trends in the United Kingdom market.

… 20036 USA tel +1 202.293.4103, fax +1 202.293.4701 www.acc.com By in-house counsel, for in-house counsel.® Association … Tool at http://us.practicallaw.com/7-500-9935. This Q&A is part of the global guide to private equity. For a full … for the industry and its members. Information sources. See website above.    For more ACC InfoPAKs, please visit …
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Katherine E. Perrelli, National Litigation Department Chair and Erik W. Weibust, Litigation Partner, Seyfarth Shaw LLP
04/14/2014

This Top Ten article presents key steps that all companies should consider taking when served with a lawsuit.

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Source: Resource Library
in place to begin responding as soon as the complaint is served (if not before). Others may only face one or a few lawsuits ever, and may not have need for a robust response apparatus. Regardless, all companies … structures, see the ACC Value Challenge section of the ACC website. You should also make counsel aware up front that you …
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Colleen Cone, Charla Bizios, and Jennifer Parent
07/13/2016

This QuickCounsel discusses the ways legal department can engage and retain its young hires.

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Interest Area: Law Department Management
Source: Resource Library
Region: Global
… Docket Feature Original Publication: Millennial Engagement in the Workplace - Adjusting for a New Generation, April 2014   Millennials, also known as … workforce. Attracting the top talent among this generation is going to be critical for businesses during the 21st …
… topics remain top of mind in many parts of the world. “It is encouraging to see that general counsel and chief legal … scale in the legal community and beyond.” “The impetus for launching this global survey was my desire to understand … for in-house counsel.® For more information, visit www.acc.com and follow ACC on LinkedIn , Twitter , and Facebook .  …
… Demo Routine assessment of third-party data protection is now a regulatory obligation. Your third-party service … your company to data breaches and privacy violations. 50% In fact, in as much as 50% of breaches, access through a third party is the entry mechanism for cybercriminals. 6% Notably, only 6% of respondents for
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